Report updated Mar 26, 2026
Cincinnati.com: The Enquirer
v8.9.0Cincinnati residents and local sports fans who value investigative journalism and a traditional newspaper reading experience.
What Is Cincinnati.com: The Enquirer?
Launched Feb 10, 2012
Updated Mar 2026
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
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Key Features
A digital replica of the daily print newspaper for a traditional reading experience.
In-depth investigative reporting focused on holding local powerful figures and institutions accountable.
Customizable 'For You' page that tailors news content to individual user interests.
Push notifications for immediate updates on local and national events.
Dedicated reporting on Cincinnati Reds, Bengals, and local high school sports.
Access to daily games and crosswords.
Recent User Sentiment iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a frustrated sentiment. Users appreciate content quality, but report app stability and performance and subscription and login issues.”
What Users Love
I like your coverage of such a range of topics.
The Cincinnati Enquirer allows me to be up to date on local national and world news.
Pain Points
App crashes all the time now.
Constantly shuts down & freezes.
I click on the login, but all I get is the circle of death.
Have to login every time
High confidence · 99 reviews available
App Store Performance
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Grossing | #69 | ▼2 |
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Strong brand equity
- Pulitzer-winning investigative journalism
- Comprehensive local sports coverage
Cons
- Severe technical instability
- Persistent login/authentication failures
- Poor UI/UX responsiveness
Market Outlook
Growth Opportunities
- Stabilize authentication to reduce churn
- Improve UI/UX for better retention
- Expand multimedia content
Market Threats
- Aggregators capturing casual readers
- Declining subscriber loyalty
- Migration to free local news alternatives
Key Takeaways
Cincinnati.com: The Enquirer is a frustrating news app that is available. With a 4.2/5 rating from 5.5K reviews, it frustrates many users from users. Users particularly appreciate content quality, though app stability and performance remains a common concern.
Best for: Cincinnati residents and local sports fans who value investigative journalism and a traditional newspaper reading experience.
App Details & Pricing
Model: subscription
Uses a metered paywall to convert casual readers into subscribers.
iOS Version
8.9.0
Android Version
8.7.1
Release Date
Feb 10, 2012
iOS Price
Free
Android Price
Free
Developer
Gannett